495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious injury and property damage. Read and understand all warnings and operation instructions before using this equipment. Risk of explosion or fire...

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor Risk of Bursting Air Tank: The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the tank, and result in a violent tank explosion and could cause property damage or serious injury. What Could Happen Failure to properly drain condensed water from tank, causing rust and thinning of the steel tank.

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor Risk of Electrical Shock WHAT CAN HAPPEN Your air compressor is powered by electricity. Like any other electrically powered device, If it is not used properly it may cause electric shock. Repairs attempted by unqualified personnel can result in serious injury or death by electrocution.

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor RISK OF BURNS WHAT CAN HAPPEN Touching exposed metal such as the compressor head or outlet tubes, can result in serious burns. RISK FROM MOVING PARTS WHAT CAN HAPPEN Moving parts such as the pulley, flywheel, and belt can cause serious injury if they com into contact with you or your clothing.

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION WHAT CAN HAPPEN Unsafe operation of your air compressor could lead to serious injury or death to you or others. 8/1/06 10:14 AM Page 7 HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT Review and understand all instructions and warnings in this manual.

* A circuit breaker is preferred. Use only a fuse or circuit breaker that is the same rating as the branch circuit on which the air compressor is operated. If compressor is connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use only time delay fuses. Time delay fuses should be marked “D”...

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. In the event of a short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This air compressor must be properly grounded. The portable air compressor is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug (see illustrations).

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor Extension Cords Using extension cords is not recommended. The use of extension cords will cause voltage to drop resulting in power loss to the motor and overheating. Instead of using an extension cord, increase the working reach of the air hose by attaching another length of hose to its end.

Safety Valve: If the pressure switch does not shut off the air compressor at its "cut-out" pressure setting, the safety valve will protect against high pressure by "popping out" at its factory set pressure (slightly higher than the pressure switch "cut-out" setting).

Serious damage may result if the following break-in instructions are not closely followed. This procedure is required before the air compressor is put into service and when the check valve or a complete compressor pump has been replaced. Make sure the Auto/On/Off switch is in the "OFF" position.

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor MAINTENANCE Customer Responsibilities Before each use Check Safety Valve Drain Tank To Check Safety Valve If the safety valve does not work properly, over-pressurization may occur, causing air tank rupture or an explosion. Before starting compressor, pull the ring on the safety valve to make sure that the safety valve operates freely.

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do the following: Review the "Maintenance" section on the preceding pages and perform scheduled maintenance as necessary. Set the Auto/On/Off lever to "OFF". Turn regulator knob counterclockwise and set the outlet pressure to zero.

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor TROUBLESHOOTING Performing repairs may expose voltage sources, moving parts or compressed air sources, personal injury may occur. Maintenance other than that recommended in the “Troubleshooting” section of this manual is not recommended and should be performed by trained service personnel.

495233-00, BDCP200 Compressor ACCESSORIES Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local retailer. The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous. SERVICE INFORMATION Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations throughout North America.